Flight Training Simulator Technician - Maintenance & Upgrades

Vista Global; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Vista America, an operating partner of Vista, seeks a detail‑oriented Simulator Technician to maintain and repair flight training devices (FTDs) in line with regulations and company standards. You will perform configuration changes, troubleshoot components, and monitor performance to ensure safety and compliance.

The role requires an electronics background, 1‑3 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or equivalent training required.
• 1-3 years of relevant electronics or related technical experience.
• Ability to interpret system prints and schematics.
• Proficiency with common test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, signal generator, logic analyzer).
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard Simulator support activities.
• Make configuration changes to Simulators and FTDs and verify post-change operation.
• Identify, troubleshoot, repair or replace electrical and hydraulic components with limited guidance.
• Monitor Simulator performance to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Understand governing regulations for safe operation of FTDs and facilities.
• Assist with QT Guide tasks as needed.
• Follow Quality Operating Procedures and related documentation.
• Recommend parts and materials for repair and support.
• Report safety hazards per SMS directive.
• Support Learning Center operations.

Skills

Accountability

Communication

Approachability

Teamwork

Analytical Thinking

Detail Oriented

Initiative

Safety Awareness

Self-Motivated

Technical Aptitude

Education

Associates degree in electronics

Electronics technical school training

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Signal Generator

Logic Analyzer

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vista America, an operating partner of Vista, seeks a detail‑oriented Simulator Technician to maintain and repair flight training devices (FTDs) in line with regulations and company standards. You will perform configuration changes, troubleshoot components, and monitor performance to ensure safety and compliance.

The role requires an electronics background, 1‑3 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work flexible shifts.